Marcelo Bielsa

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Why is Marcelo Bielsa known as 'El Loco'?

By Kedar Bayley Published

Marcelo Bielsa is one of football's greatest, and most influential, minds, but why is he known as 'El Loco'?

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Uruguay squad World Cup 2026: Marcelo Bielsa's names team for crunch World Cup group game against Spain

By Martin Mazur, Kedar Bayley, Ewan Gennery Last updated

Uruguay face a crunch match with Spain to try and book a place in the World Cup round of 32

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Quote of the day by Uruguay manager Marcelo Bielsa: "I'm not a model" - why the legendary coach remains a unique, refreshing presence at the 2026 World Cup

By James Roberts Published

He has never been afraid to do things differently, and the Uruguay manager's latest comments show why he is as captivating as ever

Coaches & Managers
‘Marcelo Bielsa knocked on my parents’ door at 1am to offer me a trial. The streets were empty except for stray dogs’ The extreme methods used to discover Mauricio Pochettino

By Joe Mewis Published

EXCLUSIVE The USA boss was discovered by Bielsa as a 13-year-old in Rosario

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I watched England vs Uruguay from Wembley Stadium's premium seats alongside ex-Premier League striker - it didn't disappoint

By Joe Donnohue Published

International breaks don’t come more consequential than the March window before a World Cup - FourFourTwo went along to sample Wembley's premium matchday experience

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Marcelo Bielsa could be on verge of sack after England friendly - and before Uruguay head to World Cup

By Steven Chicken Published

The iconic manager made a brilliant start as Uruguay boss...but things have all gone pear-shaped over the past two years

Coaches & Managers
Why Leeds United fans may be denied manager wish once again as Daniel Farke under pressure

By Steven Chicken Published

Leeds boss Daniel Farke is under pressure after an underwhelming start to the Premier League season

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Formations in football
Formations in football: Every modern formation and system

By Mark White Published

TACTICS Your guide to every formation in football, from the defensive to the attacking and everything in between

TACTICS
Tactical explainer: transition
Attacking and defensive transitions: football tactics explained

By Jack Lacey-Hatton Last updated

TACTICS Here's your tactical explainer on why transitions sound simple – but why they're so critical for many of the best managers in the world

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Carlos Corberan Head Coach / Manager of West Bromwich Albion during a West Bromwich Albion Pre-Season Training Camp at St Georges Park on July 12, 2023 in Burton-upon-Trent, England. (Photo by Adam Fradgley/West Bromwich Albion FC via Getty Images)
Who is Carlos Corberan? Leicester City manager candidate in spotlight again after Steve Cooper dismissal

By Steven Chicken Last updated

West Bromwich Albion and former Huddersfield Town gaffer Carlos Corberan is the favourite to replace Enzo Maresca at Leicester City

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